Dorothy and I love our new twin home at Timberland Village. We liked the idea of
joining a continuum of care for seniors that meets the needs of body, mind and spirit, and
has a full time Chaplain. We can depend on future services and sharing common values.
We believe this decision was a smart financial investment that will allow us a retirement
that is free from uncertainty…and they are virtually maintenance free!
-Jim Christy
Click here to download an admission application form to become a resident or tenant within Bethany Life Communities.
Bethany Life Communities is available to assist you 24/7 in answering questions about or arranging an admission to Cedar Place, Timberland Village, or Bethany Manor. For service, call 515-450-6194.
Chaplaincy
Sandra Anenson, AIM Chaplain
515-733-3012
Email: Chaplain Sandy
Sandy has served Bethany Life Communities since 1990 and as Chaplain since 1999.
"Unless the Lord builds the house, its builders labor in vain." - Psalm 127:1a
Spiritual Opportunities
Bethany Manor
Sun — 10 am Worship Service
Mon — 3 pm Bible Study
Tues — 3 PM Prayer Fellowship
Wed — 10 am Chapel Service
Thur — 2 PM Ladies Aid Program
(First) Friday — 9:30 am Mass
Timberland Village
Mon — 4:30 PM Bible Study
Wed — 4:30 PM Worship Service
Cedar Place
Mon — 2 PM Bible Study
Tenants also often participate in worship services at Bethany Manor
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From the Chaplain
Dear Friends,
"Lord you have been our dwelling place throughout
all generations . . . from everlasting to everlasting
you are God." - Psalm 90:1
It rolls around once every year. We all have them. Oh, some have had more than others. It is a perfect time to celebrate. I am talking about Birthdays. Oh, I know sometimes we like to just glide over them, somehow pretending that they are not happening. That however does not change the fact that every year we are one year older.
I believe Birthdays give us the opportunity to stop and to reflect on the amazing treasure of being alive. We have the privilege to be a part of the universe's history.
Birthdays give us the opportunity to wander through the past year and the many experiences that were part of our lives. Birthdays give us the chance to ask - Who was I a year ago? Am I different today? Am I more loving, kinder, and more gracious? These are challenging questions to be sure.
Certainly gratitude will be a part of our time of reflection. There are so many people who grace our lives with their presence and encouragement. We lack for nothing as far as food, clothing and shelter. Even if we have faced a year of challenge we can see God's faithfulness in every day and moment.
Birthdays - a day to celebrate the gift of you! A day to reflect on our lives and the grace and faithfulness that we have known. So whenever your Birthday is - enjoy and have a Happy Birthday!
In the joy of the Lord,
Chaplain Sandy Anenson